Super Storms Hit Ngamba Island
Ngamba Island has been slammed by super storms. The main camp compound on the Island is flooded, waves are coming over the retaining wall and the shoreline continues to wash away.
As an island, everything obviously arrives at the Sanctuary via boat. Food. Staff. Supplies. Everything. The storms have wreaked havoc at Ngamba. Heavy, heavy rains, rising waters and powerful waves in Lake Victoria have destroyed part of the Sanctuary’s only boat dock ans washed away part of the landing forcing everyone to rely on a makeshift bridge of sandbags.
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- Waves from Lake Victoria are going above the retaining wall, increasing the flooding
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- Even with a temporary extention, the dock is now separated from the pier where staff and supplies arrive at Ngamba
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- Even with the makeshift bridge of sandbags, the water is washingin away soil at the landing.
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Thankfully, no one has been injured during the storms, but the mess left behind is a serious challenge for the Sanctuary and the staff who care for the chimpanzees. The storms have made basic, day-to-day operations at Ngamba harder and more dangerous.
The Sanctuary contacted us at friendsofchimps.org to request emergency funding for repairs. We want to ensure that everyone stays safe and that boat deliveries stay on track.
The emergency fund is critical to maintain sanctuary operations, keep staff sleeping quarters above water, protect the fence line and rebuild the dock area where food, supplies and staff arrive at the island. The storms have separated the dock landing from shore by at least a meter already!
The Sanctuary actually needs $20,000, but the great news is that we’ve already secured the first $5,000 so we’re only asking you to help us raise an additional $15,000. Please donate now. Together, we can take on this challenge to help the Sanctuary through the Emergency Storm Fund.
The money from this campaign will help both people and chimps stay safe and protected during this unprecedented El Niño year. Thank you for your consideration. Every donation helps us reach our goal and please share with your friends.
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- The camp coumpound at Ngamba Island is flooded and staff are in a constant battle with the waters.
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- Waves from Lake Victoria are going above the retaining wall, increasing the flooding
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- Please support the Emergency Storm Fund to help Ngamba Island rebuild
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- Even with the makeshift bridge of sandbags, the water is washingin away soil at the landing.
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- Please share with your family and friends. Every donation helps us meet the Emergency Storm Fund goal so Ngamba can rebuild.
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